Manager - Center South GA Regional Impact

Overview

Job Title: Manager 30hr - Center for South GA Regional Impact

Location: Valdosta State University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 292979

About Us

As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities  rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission.

The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia s Core Values.

Blazer Creed

Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.

Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.

Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.

Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.

As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.

Manage and coordinate the operations of a unit or initiative of the university.

This is a grant funded position; therefore, the university will incur no salary obligation beyond funding derived from this source. This position will continue as long as adequate funds are available.

Based on the recent Proclamation:
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B), VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice.

Typical Allocation of Duties:

• Supervision of personnel - 30%
  Supervise personnel, which includes work allocation, training, promotion, enforcement of internal procedures and controls, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions.
• Manage and participate - 15%
  Manage and participate in the daily operations of an assigned unit.
• Implementation - 15%
  Develop or assist with the implementation of policies and procedures, systems, and processes.
• Researches new trends and developments - 15%
  Research new trends and developments; presents recommendations as required.
• Participate in planning and goal setting - 10%
  Participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of short-and long-range plans and goals.
• Develop and implement projects and programs - 10%
  Develop and implement projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals.
• Department representative - 5%
  Represent the department at various meetings, and committees; promote existing and new programs and/or policies.

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with VSU Department Heads and Professors to promote and manage Center projects.
• Day-to-day management of office including supervision of support staff and student workers.
• Assist in planning, researching, developing, and implementing strategies regarding Center projects.
• Be the primary liaison for the Center with project client companies and the University staff/students engaged in center projects.
• Attend community events associated with the business community representing the Center; delivers presentations, answers questions and generally market the Center.
• Manage all Center social media platforms including writing and posting timely updates.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Experience

Bachelor s degree in a specified field and three (3) years of related work experience. Professional licensure, certification, and/or designation may be required in some areas.

$46,619

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is…